Engine problem – 16/03/2025 1020 to 1130 (18)

A boat with 3 POB reported at the Raurimus, unable to start the engine. Weather conditions were good with a slight sea. Whakatane Rescue II was tasked and located the vessel. The engine was started, and the skipper was happy to continue fishing at the Raus. Whakatane...

Fuel problem – 15/03/2025 1433 to 1528 (17)

A boat reported off Coastlands with a fuel problem and requested assistance. Conditions were good, with a slight to moderate sea and a NW wind of 19kts. Whakatane Rescue II was launched, located the vessel and towed it back to Whakatane.

Mechanical problem – 13/03/2025 1017 to 1104 (16)

A boat with 1 POB reported North of Kohi Pt with a mechanical problem and requested assistance. An All-Stations call was made resulting in a boat offering to help. The stricken vessel was towed back across the bar into the harbour. A big thank you to the Good...

Mechanical problem – 13/03/2025 1600 to 1800 (15)

A boat with 3 POB at the 10-mile Reef North of Whakatane reported a mechanical problem and requested assistance. Conditions were good with a NW wind at 12kts and a slight to moderate sea. Whakatane Rescue II was launched, located the vessel and towed it back to...

Mechanical problem – 8/03/2025 1128 to 1230 (14)

A boat with 3 POB reported outside the Whakatane Bar with a mechanical problem and requested a tow. Conditions were good with a calm sea. Whakatane Rescue II was launched and towed the vessel across the bar safely to the boat ramp.